Greening Your Vehicle/Driving Green

Each model year brings more options for “greener” driving, including hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and all-electric vehicles. Browse the websites below to inform yourself of the vehicle options and special offers in Massachusetts. And take a look at the driving tips to see how you can maximize the efficiency of your vehicle.

Anyoneis eligible to sign up for deals. Once you sign up, you have the option to test-drive cars of your choosing and are able to receive a discount to purchase or lease a top EV model at a participating dealer.

FuelEconomy.govA U.S. Dept. of Energy/EPA website that offers general information about fuel-efficient cars and EPA ratings, plus specific data on individuals models.

Green Car ReportsGreen Car Reports bills itself as the "ultimate guide to cleaner, greener driving." The site offers reviews and road tests of green vehicles and articles about new technological developments.

greenercars.orgA service of the ACEEE (American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy), this site publishes the annual GreenerCars ratings.

NY TImes Electric & Hybrid VehiclesNew York Times website allows users to keep up with news about electric and hybrid vehicles, including commentary and archival articles published in the NY Times.

Plug In AmericaA non-profit advocacy group that aims to "accelerate the shift to plug-in vehicles powered by clean, affordable, domestic electricity." Their website includes a “State Incentives Map” and a “Take Action Page.”

Plug In CarsPlug in Cars allows users to compare electric cars and plug-in hybrids by features, price, and range. It offers guides about buying and charging EVs + locations of charging stations.